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100 1 _aPlatt, George Washington,
_d1875-
245 1 2 _aA History of the Republican Party
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2011
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2011-10-12
508 _aProduced by Polyvios J. Simopoulos
520 _a"A History of the Republican Party" by George Washington Platt is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the origins, significant events, and impact of the Republican Party in American history, primarily focusing on its foundation around the issue of slavery and significant moments leading up to and following the Civil War. The author aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the party's evolution, key figures, and its role in shaping U.S. politics and policies. The opening of the book sets the stage by recounting the genesis of the Republican Party against the backdrop of slavery in America. Platt reflects on the societal conditions and events that prompted the party's creation, underscoring how slavery served as a "twin relic of barbarism." The early chapters delve into the tensions and political compromises surrounding slavery, illustrating the interplay between various political factions before the party’s formation. Platt articulates how the Republican Party emerged initially as a response to the expansion of slavery into new territories, eventually transforming into a champion for abolition, and highlighting the crucial historical context that led to its rise in American politics. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aRepublican Party (U.S. : 1854- ) -- History
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/37737
999 _c78577
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